Top Ukrainian Reconstruction Official Resigns Citing Government Interference

Mustafa Nayyem steps down ahead of key international recovery conference, highlighting systemic obstacles and bureaucratic delays.

Nayyem's resignation follows the dismissal of Deputy Prime Minister Oleksandr Kubrakov, raising concerns about Ukraine's reconstruction leadership.
Nayyem cited budget cuts, bureaucratic hurdles, and lack of support from the government as reasons for his resignation.
He was barred from attending the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin, a crucial event for securing international aid.
Nayyem's departure adds to a series of high-profile exits, impacting Western confidence in Ukraine's governance.
Despite challenges, Nayyem's agency achieved significant progress in infrastructure restoration and anti-corruption efforts.